Maoi Ginaamasoltinej Mi'kmaq
Maoi Ginaamasoltinej Mi'kmaq is a brand new Mi'kmaq language pilot program hosted here at Under One Sky with Brigitta Francis.
Maoi Ginaamasoltinej Mi'kmaq has 2 levels with level 3 being current under development. Each course runs for a period of 10 weeks with fun and unique lessons. Each class ends with a story handed down from Brigitta’s family and drumming.
What Students Can Expect:
Over the course of 10 weeks, students will learn some basics of the Mi'kmaq language in a culturally safe environment with the goal of being able to communicate more effectively with the Mi'kmaq community. This course’s main motto is let's all learn together, because we all have something to contribute.
For more information, please reach out to Brigitta at brigitta@uosfc.ca.
Maoi Ginaamasoltinej Mi'kmaq Level 1 Graduates
Testimonials from Past Students
“This course (both Level 1 and Level 2) have been fantastic! Mi'kmaq classes have been the highlight of my week this spring and summer. I really appreciate learning with such a fun and supportive group, and Brigitta is an excellent teacher. Drumming at the end of class is always much fun, and I can't believe how many songs I've learned over the last 20 weeks. I'm excited to keep learning in Level 3 and beyond!”
“I was not sure what to expect when I signed up for level 1. From the first day I was greeted by Brigitta’s smiling face welcoming me to “have a seat” and the learning began.
She taught with kindness, caring and a love for teaching others what had been taught to her by her father. I was unsure about how fast I would pick up the language from my childhood now long forgotten. Brigitta allowed me to learn at my own pace without judgement and regardless of pronunciation although I found myself embarrassed for struggling she along with the other classmates helped me with humor and patience. I looked forward to every class each week and slowly stared to get my mind and mouth to work together and my confidence grew. I enrolled in level 2 and completed it and will be taking it again as a refresher course. I only have the confidence to keep going onto the next levels due to Brigitta being the teacher her respect for others impresses me and her honesty makes you want to do your best! Thank you Under One Sky for the safe space to gather while learning, laughing, singing, drumming, and sharing. “